Buick Regal 2018 Owner's Manual page 111

110 Seats and Restraints
Vehicle speed at impact is less
than 25 km/h (15 mph) or greater
than 50 km/h (31 mph).
The vehicle impacts a small
object.
For other frontal impacts or vehicle
speeds, the airbags may also
deploy. See Airbag System 0 79.
After the pedestrian protection
system has deployed, the hood will
remain in the raised position and the
driver s view may be reduced by the
raised hood.
Warning
Do not drive the vehicle when the
hood is raised.
Operating the vehicle with the
hood raised can obstruct your
view and may cause a collision
resulting in damage to the
vehicle, damage to other property,
personal injury, or even death.
Caution
After the pedestrian protection
system has deployed, see your
dealer for service. The hood
assembly including hinges, latch,
and actuators must be replaced.
If towing service is not available, the
hood may be repositioned
temporarily. See Temporary Hood
Repair following.
The SERVICE PEDESTRIAN
PROTECTION SYSTEM message
will appear when there is a problem
with the pedestrian protection
system. See your dealer for service
immediately.
During a frontal impact involving a
pedestrian, the vehicle may record
information about the condition of
the vehicle and how it was
operated. See Vehicle Data
Recording and Privacy 0 380.
Temporary Hood Repair
If the rear of the hood is raised, the
hood may be repositioned
temporarily if a towing service is not
available.
Warning
Before beginning the procedure,
read all the instructions. Failure to
read and follow the instructions
could injure you or others, and
damage the vehicle.
Warning
After the hood has lifted, the hood
hinge and latch area may be hot.
Do not touch the pedestrian
protection system components.
Allow the engine to cool before
attempting any repair.